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Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS4

Portability
52
Imaging
75
Features
87
Overall
79
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS4 Key Specs

Panasonic S1H
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 5952 x 3988 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
  • Introduced August 2019
Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
  • Revealed January 2012
  • Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
  • Older Model is Panasonic TS3
  • Later Model is Panasonic TS5
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Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS4 Overview

Here is a detailed review of the Panasonic S1H and Panasonic TS4, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and TS4 (12MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and TS4 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The S1H was introduced 7 years later than the TS4 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S1H grades versus the TS4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Panasonic TS4

 S1H TS4 
RevealedAugust 2019January 2012Fresher by 93 months
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen sizing3.2"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution2330k230kSharper screen (+2100k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Panasonic S1H

 TS4 S1H 

Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Panasonic TS4

 S1H TS4 

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1H comes with exterior measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1H and Panasonic TS4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S1H and the TS4.

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS4 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1H and TS4 is 52 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS4 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and TS4.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1H with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S1H will offer greater detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger S1H provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS4 sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1H as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic TS4 as a Portrait photography camera
85
manual focus
flash sync is higher than normal (1/320 seconds)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
provides face detect focusing
supports RAW files
21
focusing manually not possible
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S1H Street photography info
Panasonic TS4 Street photography info
69
screen articulates fully
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
offers touch focus
environment proofing
good ISO range (51,200)
heavier than others in class (1,052 grams)
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S1H as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic TS4 as a Sports photography camera
76
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
silent shooting (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
provides tracking focus
environment proofing
terrible battery pack (400 CIPA)
no phase detect AF
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking focus
environment sealing
good battery life (310 per charge)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300 seconds)
low fps (4.0 fps)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S1H Travel photography information
Panasonic TS4 Travel photography information
64
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
offers touch focus
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
display is selfie friendly
terrible battery pack (400 per charge)
heavier than others in class (1,052 grams)
66
good battery life (310 per charge)
environment sealing
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic S1H
Landscape photography with Panasonic TS4
80
manual focus
swap lenses (Leica L mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
good ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW files
environment proofing
has dual storage slots
terrible battery pack (400 shots)
41
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
good battery life (310 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic S1H
Vlogging with Panasonic TS4
70
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detect focusing
video res high (5952 x 3988 pixels)
includes mic jack
heavier than others in class (1,052g)
32
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly display
doesn't have mic socket
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Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1H and Panasonic TS4
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1HPanasonic Lumix DMC-TS4
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4
Alternate name - Lumix DMC-FT4
Class Pro Mirrorless Waterproof
Introduced 2019-08-28 2012-01-31
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine Venus Engine FHD
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 35.6 x 23.8mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 847.3mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 51200 6400
Max enhanced ISO 204800 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Min enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 225 23
Lens
Lens mount type Leica L fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 28-128mm (4.6x)
Largest aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Available lenses 30 -
Focal length multiplier 1 5.9
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display size 3.2 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 2,330 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 5,760 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/1300s
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/8000s -
Continuous shutter rate 9.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 5.60 m
Flash modes Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/320s -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 5952x3988 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1052g (2.32 pounds) 197g (0.43 pounds)
Dimensions 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 400 photos 310 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Two One
Retail cost $3,998 $399